The Buffalo Skating Club

35th BIENNIAL NIAGARA INVITATIONAL COMPETITION & BASIC SKILLS EVENT

April 6- 8, 2018

TO BE HELD AT CORNERSTONE ARENA LOCKPORT, NEW YORK

Sanctioned by: US Figure Skating #27603 ; Skate Canada - PENDING Entry Deadline: March 6th, 2018

Events include: Freestyle, Short Program, Test Track, Adult Events, Compulsory Moves, Footwork, Jumps, Spins, Dance, Showcase, & Basic Skills Events

FOR MORE INFO: [email protected] Register online at http://comp.entryeeze.com/Home.aspx?cid=262 or download paper applications available on line at: www.buffaloskating.com

The Niagara Invitational Competition is open to all eligible skaters who are members in good standing with US Figure Skating or Skate Canada.

US Figure Skating rules for non-qualifying competitions, as set forth in the 2017-2018 US Figure Skating Rulebook, shall apply. The IJS judging system will be used for all short programs & Juvenile through Senior freestyle and Adult Gold freestyle, all other events will be judged using the 6.0 judging system.

ELIGIBILITY The 35th Biennial Niagara Invitational Competition is open to all eligible skaters who are members in good standing with US Figure Skating, Skate Canada or an accredited basic skills program. The competition will be conducted in accordance with the rules of US Figure Skating governing non-qualifying competitions, and will be governed by the official rules of US Figure Skating as specified in the current US Figure Skating rulebook, except as modified by this announcement. Eligibility will be determined by age and/or tests passed as of March 6th, 2018. Large events will be separated into flights with separate awards for each flight. Skaters may choose to skate in any category for which they qualify. Skaters may not compete below their test level. Freeskate test level passed is the criterion for Freeskate and Compulsory Moves events.

ENTRIES Both mail and online entries will be accepted. Paper entries must be filled out completely and legibly to be accepted and postmarked no later than March 6th, 2018. Secure online entry with credit card payment can be done at www.entryeeze.com and must be completed no later than midnight March 6th, 2018. The competition chairperson reserves the right to cancel an event if there are fewer than 3 entrants (with full refund of entry fee), and to combine and divide groups

Paper entries should be mailed to: Niagara Invitational 8163 Oak Leaf Lane Williamsville, NY 14221

ENTRY FEES Mailed paper entries must be accompanied by entry fees which should be made out to: The Buffalo Skating Club. All checks and/or money orders must be in US FUNDS ONLY. Late applications are subject to a $25.00 late fee and will only be accepted upon available time and space. No refunds will be issued after the close of entries (including medical) unless an event has been cancelled. If you register online, the processing fee is not refundable for any reason. Please contact [email protected] for refund information. Returned checks are subject to a $25.00 service fee. Entry fees are as follows:

$75.00 for each IJS event $65.00 for first 6.0 event $20.00 for each additional event (non IJS) $12.00 (per skater) for Team events $30.00 for 1st Basic Skills Event; $20 for 2nd Basic Skills Event

REGISTRATION A registration desk will be open throughout the competition, located in the lobby area of Cornerstone Arena. Competitors should arrive approximately one hour prior to their designated skate time and register promptly upon arrival. Events will not be delayed for late arriving skaters.

PLANNED PROGRAM CONTENT SHEET All skaters competing in the short program, Juvenile through Senior freestyle and Adult Gold freestyle events are requested to update their Planned Program Content on the US Figure Skating website, or to submit a Planned Program Content Sheet with their registration form. 2

AWARDS Medals will be given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places. Ribbons will be awarded for 4th and 5th places. Award ceremonies will take place at posted times throughout the competition. Awards will also be available immediately after the event has been posted for pick up at registration.

RESULTS Results will be available at the registration desk after each event for $5.00 for IJS events, $0.25 per copy for 6.0 events.

MUSIC Each competitor must supply their own music on a CD (No CD-RW’s, MP3’s, or music upload systems) for the freestyle, short program, footwork and showcase events. CDs should be clearly labeled with skater’s name, event and running time. CDs must have only 1 track. Skaters are urged to bring an additional copy of their competition music. Music is to be turned in at registration and will be available at the registration desk for pick up shortly after the event.

FACILITIES All events will take place at Cornerstone Arena, 34 Chestnut Street, Lockport, New York 14094. The ice surface is 200’ x 85’ with rounded corners. The full surface will be used for all events with the exception of the specific compulsory & basic skills events mentioned in this announcement. A snack bar and dressing rooms are available. Various vendors will be on hand selling dresses, t-shirts, pictures and more.

SCHEDULE As soon as possible after registration a tentative schedule of events and information regarding practice ice will be posted on the BSC website: www.buffaloskating.com.

LIABILITY US Figure Skating, The Buffalo Skating Club, and the Cornerstone Arena accept no responsibility for injury or damage sustained by any participant in the competition. This is in accordance with Rule 1600 of the official US Figure Skating rulebook.

INFORMATION REGARDING COACHES U.S. Figure Skating Rule MR 5.11 Coach Registration In order to be granted access to work within U.S. Figure Skating sanctioned activities, each coach must complete the following requirements on an annual basis by July 1: A. Must be a current full member of U.S. Figure Skating - either through a member club or as an individual member; B. Must complete the coach registration process through the U.S. Figure Skating Members Only site, submit proper payment for the annual registration fee of $30 and, if 18 years of age or older, successfully pass the background screen. C. Must complete the appropriate CER courses (A, B, C or D) depending on the highest level of students being coached as of July 1. See rule MR 5.12. D. Must submit proof of current general liability insurance with limits of $1 million per occurrence/$5 million aggregate. For Learn to Skate USA ONLY coaches - Any person, 18 and older, instructing a Learn to Skate USA Program must have successfully passed the annual background screen, be registered as a Learn to Skate USA instructor and completed the Learn to Skate USA Instructor Certification or U.S. Figure Skating Coach Compliance. The local organizing committee/club will have a list of compliant coaches who are cleared for a credential at the competition. Coaches will need to check in at the event registration desk and show a government issued photo I.D. to receive a credential. If a coach cannot provide a photo I.D. and is not on the list or cannot produce the necessary documents, he or she will not be allowed a credential – no exceptions. We strongly urge all coaches to have their cards with them. Non- credentialed coaches will not be permitted in the designated coaching area at rink side during events including practice sessions. Coaching at U.S. Figure Skating events without proper registration is an ethics violation which is reported to U.S. Figure Skating and PSA. For more information regarding Coach Compliance, please refer to: http://usfsa.org/story?id=84159

ACCOMMODATIONS

Listed below are various hotels close to the ice rink.

Hampton Inn - Lockport Best Western Plus Lockport 6082 S Transit Rd, Lockport, NY 14094 515 S Transit St, Lockport, NY 14094 (716) 625-6900 (716) 434-6151

Holiday Inn Lockport Lockport Inn and Suites 515 South Transit Street Lockport, NY 14094 315 S Transit St, Lockport, NY 14094 (716) 434-6151 (716) 434-5595

Get more information on hotels and area attractions from the http://www.visitbuffaloniagara.com/ and Visitors Bureau at http://www.lockportny.gov/visitors/visitor-guide/

ADMISSION Admission to all events is free

INQUIRIES For further information the following people may be contacted:

Registration & General Inquires [email protected] Dawn Ahlers 716-636-4830

Information will also be posted on the Buffalo Skating Club’s website at: www.buffaloskating.com Please check it often.

EVENT: 2017-18 Test Track Free Skate – Introductory through Senior levels General event parameters: 1. Skaters may not enter both a Well-Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same nonqualifying competition. 2. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. 3. Level will be determined by the highest Free Skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or “skate up” to one level higher. 4. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in ( ) following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position. 5. The following deductions will be taken: - 0.1 from each mark for each technical element included that is not permitted in the event description. - 0.2 from the technical mark for each extra element included. - 0.1 from the technical mark for any spin that is less than the required minimum revolutions. Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Qualifications

Beginner Max. 5 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: • Jumps with no more • Two upright spins, Connecting Skaters may not 1:40 maximum than one-half rotation no change of foot, moves and steps have passed any (front to back or back to no flying entry should be U.S. Figure front). (Min. 3 demonstrated Skating free • Max. 2 jump sequences revolutions) throughout the skate tests • Max. 2 of any same program jump

High Beginner Max. 5 jump elements: Maximum of 2 spins: • Jumps with no more • Two upright spins, Connecting Skaters may not 1:40 maximum than one-half rotation change of foot moves and steps have passed any (front to back or back to optional, no flying should be U.S. Figure front including halfloop) entry (Min. 3 demonstrated Skating free • Single rotation jumps: revolutions) throughout the skate tests Salchow and toe loop program only. • Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences • Max. 2 of any same type jump. Maximum of 5 jump Pre-Preliminary elements: Maximum of 2 spins: • Jumps with not more • Two spins of a Connecting Skaters may not 1:40 maximum than one-half rotation different nature, moves and steps have passed (front to back or back to front one position only. should be tests higher than including half-loop) No change of demonstrated U.S. Figure • Single rotation jumps: foot, no flying throughout the Skating pre- Salchow, toe loop and entry. (Min. 3 program preliminary free loop only. revolutions) skate test • Max. 2 jump

combinations or

sequences • Max. 2 of any same type jump

Preliminary Maximum of 5 jump Maximum of 2 spins: elements: • One spin in one Connecting moves Skaters must have 1:30 +/- 10 sec. • Jumps with not more than position; no change and steps should passed at least the one rotation (no Axels). of foot, no flying be demonstrated U.S. Figure Skating • Max. 2 jump entry. (Min. 3 throughout the pre-preliminary combinations or revolutions) program free skate test but sequences • One spin consisting may not have • Max. 2 of any same type of a front scratch to passed tests jump back scratch; exit on higher than the spinning foot not preliminary free mandatory. skate test (Min. 3 revolutions per foot) Maximum of 5 jump Maximum of 2 spins: Skaters must have Pre-Juvenile elements: • One spin in one One step passed at least the • Jumps with not more than position, no change sequence fully U.S. Figure Skating 2:00 +/- 10 sec. one rotation (no Axels). of foot utilizing ice preliminary free surface skate test but may • Max. 2 jump (Min. 3 revolutions) combinations or • One combination not have passed sequences spin: forward tests higher than • Max. 2 of any same type camel spin to pre-juvenile free jump forward sit spin; skate test change of foot optional (Min. 6 revolutions). Spins may not fly. Maximum of 5 jump Maximum of 2 spins: One step Skaters must have Juvenile elements: • One solo spin in one sequence fully passed at least the • Any single jumps, position, no change utilizing ice U.S. Figure Skating 2:20 +/- 10 sec. including Axel, are of foot surface pre-juvenile free permitted. (Min. 4 revolutions). skate test but may • Max. 2 jump • One combination not have passed combinations or spin with one tests higher than sequences • change of foot and juvenile free skate at least one change Max. 2 of test of position, must any same type jump include two of the basic spin positions. (Min. 4 revolutions per foot) • Only solo spin may fly Maximum of 6 jump Maximum of 2 spins: One step Skaters must have Intermediate elements: • One must be a sequence fully passed at least the • Any single jumps. flying spin (min 5 utilizing ice U.S. Figure Skating 2:40 +/- 10 sec. • Double jumps revolutions), surface juvenile free permitted: double • One must be a skate test but may Salchow and double combination spin not have passed toe loop. with at least one tests higher than • Maximum of 3 jump change of foot and intermediate free skate test combinations or at least one change sequences of position • Max. 2 of any same (minimum 4 type jump revolutions per foot).

Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Qualifications

Novice Maximum of 7 jump Maximum of 3 spins, of a elements for men and 6 for different nature: Ladies: 3:00 +/- ladies: • One must be a One step Skaters must have 10 sec. • Any single jumps. combination spin with sequence or passed at least the at least one change of spiral sequence U.S. Figure Skating Men: • Double jumps permitted: double foot and at least one fully utilizing ice intermediate free 3:30 +/- 10 sec. Salchow, double toe change of position surface skate test but may loop and double loop. (min 5 revs per foot) not have passed • Maximum of 3 jump • The other spins are (see rule 4104 & tests higher than combinations or the option of the 4105 for remarks) novice free skate sequences skater (min 6 test • Max. 2 of any same revolutions per foot) type jump • All spins may fly

Junior Maximum of 8 jump Maximum of 3 spins of a elements for men and 7 for different nature: Ladies: 3:30 +/- ladies: • One spin in one One step sequence Skaters must have 10 sec. • Any single jumps. position (Min. 6 fully utilizing ice passed at least the surface U.S. Figure Skating Men: • Double jumps revolutions) permitted: double novice free skate 4:00 +/- 10 sec. • One flying spin (Min. Salchow, double toe 6 revolutions) (See rule 4105 for test but may not remarks) loop, double loop • One combination have passed tests and double flip higher than junior spin consisting of all • Maximum of 3 jump three basic positions free skate test combinations or and one change of sequences foot (2 per position, • Max. 2 of any same min. 5) type jump revolutions per foot)

Senior Maximum of 8 jump Maximum of 3 spins of a Men: elements for men and 7 for different nature: Two different step Ladies: 4:00 +/- ladies: • One spin in one sequences, Skaters must have one being of 10 sec. • Any single jumps. position (Min. 6 passed at least the advanced U.S. Figure Skating Men: • Must include at least revolutions) four different double • One flying spin (Min. difficulty, both junior free skate 4:30 +/- 10 sec. fully utilizing the jumps, one must be a 6 revolutions) test ice surface. (See double Lutz. • One combination rule 4105 for • Triple jumps are not spin consisting of all permitted remarks) three basic spin • Maximum of 3 jump positions and one Ladies: combinations or change of foot (2 per sequences One step sequence position, min. 5 of advanced • Max. 2 of any same type revolutions per foot) difficulty, covering jump the full ice surface and one spiral sequence. (See rule 4104 & 4105 for remarks.)

EVENT: INTRODUCTORY FREE SKATE PROGRAM (Well Balanced Free Skate) General event parameters:  Skaters will skate to the music of their choice.  Level will be determined by the highest free skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher.  Minimum number of spin revolutions are in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position.

Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Qualifications Beginner Max. 5 jump elements: Max. 2 spins: Connecting moves Skaters may not  Jumps with no more  Two upright spins, and steps should have passed tests 1:40 Maximum than one-half rotation no change of foot, be demonstrated higher than U.S. (front to back or back to no flying entry throughout the Figure Skating front). (Min. 3 revolutions) program Learn to Skate  Max. 2 jump sequences USA free skating  Max. 2 of any same badge tests jump High Beginner Max. 5 jump elements: Max. 2 spins: Connecting moves Skaters may not  Jumps with no more  Two upright spins, and steps should have passed tests 1:40 Maximum than one-half rotation change of foot be demonstrated higher than U.S. (front to back or back to optional, no flying throughout the Figure Skating front including half-loop) entry (Min. 3 program Learn to Skate  Single rotation jumps: revolutions) USA free skating Salchow and toe loop badge tests only.  Max. 2 jump combinations or sequences  Max. 2 of any same type jump.

EVENT: WELL BALANCED FREE SKATING General event parameters: 1. Skaters may not enter both a Well Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same non-qualifying competition. 2. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. 3. Level will be determined by the highest free skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. 4. The 6.0 Judging System will be utilized for Pre-Preliminary through Pre- Juvenile including Open Juvenile; IJS judging will be utilized for Juvenile through Senior Events. 5. All relevant and appropriate IJS rules will be used. Coaches and athletes are expected to be aware of these rules by reading the documents on www.usfigureskating.org , under “Technical Information,” then “Singles/Pairs

STEP 2017-18 JUMP ELEMENTS SPINS SEQUENCES Max 5 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence  All single jumps allowed except for the single Axel  Spins may change feet and/or  Step Sequence o No single Axels, double, triple or quadruple jumps position o Must use allowed  Spins may start with a flying one-half the o Number of single jumps (except single Axels) is not ice surface NO TEST entry limited provided the maximum number of jump  Min 3 revs. o Moves in the elements allowed is not exceeded field and 1:40  Max 2 jump combinations or jump sequences These spins must be of a different spiral maximum o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except that one character sequences 3-jump combination with a maximum of 3 single jumps (For definition see U.S. Figure are allowed *means is allowed Skating rule 4103 (E)) but will not element is o Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single be counted required jumps as elements o Jumps may be included in the step sequence

Max 5 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence  All single jumps, including the single Axel, allowed  Spins may change feet and/or  Step Sequence o No double, triple or quadruple jumps allowed position o Must use o Axel may be repeated once as a solo jump or part of a  Spins may start with a flying one-half the PRE- jump sequence or jump combination (maximum of 2 entry ice surface PRELIMINARY single Axels)  Min 3 revs. o Moves in the o Number of single jumps is not limited provided the field and 1:40 maximum number of jump elements allowed is not These spins must be of a different spiral maximum exceeded character sequences  Max 2 jump combinations or jump sequences (For definition see U.S. Figure are allowed

o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except that one Skating rule 4103 (E)) but will not *means 3-jump combination with a maximum of 3 single jumps be counted element is is allowed as elements required o Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single o Jumps may jumps be included in the step sequence

Max 5 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence  1 must be an Axel-type jump or a waltz jump*  Spins may change feet and/or  Step Sequence  All single jumps, including the single Axel, allowed. Only 2 position o Must use different double jumps may be attempted (limited to double  Spins may start with a flying one-half the Salchow, double toe loop and double loop) entry ice surface o Double flip, double Lutz, double Axel, triple and  Min 3 revs. o Moves in the PRELIMINARY quadruple jumps not allowed field and o An Axel plus up to two different, allowable double jumps spiral 1:30 +/- 10 sec may be repeated once (but not more) as solo jumps or These spins must be of a different sequences part of a jump sequence or jump combination character are allowed *means o Number of single jumps is not limited provided the (For definition see U.S. Figure but will not element is maximum number of jump elements allowed is not Skating rule 4103 (E)) be counted required exceeded as elements  Max 2 jump combinations or sequences o Jumps may o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except that one be included three jump combination with a maximum of 2 double in the step jumps and 1 single jump is allowed sequence o Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single or double jumps

Max 5 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence  1 must be an Axel-type jump*  1 spin combination, with or  Step Sequence  All single and double jumps allowed except for the double without change of foot* o Must fully Axel o Min 6 revs utilize the ice PRE- o No double Axels, triple or quadruple jumps allowed  1 spin with only 1 position* surface JUVENILE o An Axel plus up to 3 different double jumps may be o No change of foot o Moves in the repeated once (but no more) as solo jumps or part of a o Min 4 revs field and 2:00 +/- 10 sec jump sequence or jump combination Both spins may start with a flying spiral o Number of single jumps is not limited provided the entry sequences maximum number of jump elements allowed is not These spins must be of a different are allowed *means exceeded character but will not element is  Max 2 jump combinations or sequences (For definition see U.S. Figure be counted required o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except that one Skating rule 4103 (E)) as elements 3-jump combination with a maximum of 2 double jumps o Jumps may and 1 single jump is allowed be included o Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single or in the step double jumps sequence

Max 5 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence  1 must be an Axel-type jump* 1 spin combination; with or without  One  All single and double jumps, including the double Axel, change of foot* choreographic JUVENILE allowed o Min 8 revs step sequence* and OPEN o No triple or quadruple jumps allowed o Min 2 revs in each position o Must fully JUVENILE o No more than 3 different double jumps may be  1 spin with only 1 position; no utilize the repeated and, if repeated, at least one attempt must be change of foot* ice surface 2:20 +/- 10 in a jump combination or a jump sequence o Min 5 revs . If both executions (of the double) are as solo Both spins may start with a flying sec jumps, the second of these jumps will receive 70% entry of its original base value Spins must be of a different *means o No double jump can be included more than twice character element is  Max 2 jump combinations or sequences (For definition see U.S. Figure required o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3- Skating rule 4103 (E)) jump combination with a maximum of 2 double jumps and 1 single jump is allowed o Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited Max 6 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence  1 must be an Axel-type jump* 1 spin combination; with or without  One leveled  All single, double and triple jumps allowed. No quadruple change of foot* step sequence* jumps allowed. o Min 8 revs  Max Level 2. o No more than 2 different jumps with 2 ½ or 3 o Min 2 revs in each position Only Minimum INTERMEDIATE revolutions may be repeated  1 spin with only 1 position; no Variety (5 turns) o If any double or triple jumps, including double Axel, are change of foot* & Simple Variety 2:40 +/- 10 repeated, at least one attempt must be part of a jump o Min 5 revs (7 turns) and sec combination or sequence Both spins may start with a flying rotation in each entry . If both executions (of the double or triple) are as direction solo jumps, the second of these jumps will receive Spins must be of a different covering at least *means 70% of its original base value character 1/3 of the element is o No double or triple jump can be included more than (For definition see U.S. Figure pattern in each required twice Skating rule 4103 (E)) direction will be  Max 3 jump combinations or sequences evaluated for o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3- the level. jump combination is allowed o Must fully o Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited utilize the ice surface Max 6 Jump Elements Max 3 Spins Max 1 Sequence  1 must be an Axel-type jump*  1 spin combination; with or  One leveled  All single, double and triple jumps are allowed. No without change of foot* step sequence* o Min 10 revs o Must fully NOVICE quadruple jumps allowed. o No more than 1 double Axel and 2 different triple jumps o Min 2 revs in each position utilize the LADIES may be repeated, and if repeated, at least 1 attempt  1 flying spin with no change of ice surface must be as part of a jump combination or sequence. foot or position* 3:00 +/- 10 . If both executions (of the double Axel or same o Min 6 revs sec triple) are as solo jumps, the second of these  3rd spin is option of skater jumps will receive 70% of its original base value All spins may start with a flying *means o There is no limit to the number of different double entry element is jumps that can be repeated, but no double or triple Spins must be of a different jump can be included more than twice required character  Max 3 jump combinations or sequences (For definition see U.S. Figure o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3- Skating rule 4103 (E)) jump combination is allowed o Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited

Max 7 Jump Elements Max 3 Spins Max 1 Sequence  1 must be an Axel-type jump*  1 spin combination; with or  One leveled  All single, double and triple jumps are allowed. No without change of foot* step sequence* quadruple jumps allowed. o Min 10 revs o Must fully NOVICE MEN o No more than 1 double Axel and 2 different triple jumps o Min 2 revs in each position utilize the may be repeated, and if repeated, at least one attempt  1 flying spin with no change of ice surface 3:30 +/- 10 must be part of a jump combination or sequence. foot or position* sec . If both executions (of the double Axel or same o Min 6 revs triple) are as solo jumps, the second of these 3rd spin is option of skater  jumps will receive 70% of its original base value All spins may start with a flying *means o There is no limit to the number of different double entry element is jumps that can be repeated, but no double or triple Spins must be of a different required jump can be included more than twice character  Max 3 jump combinations or sequences (For definition see U.S. Figure o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3- Skating rule 4103 (E)) jump combination is allowed o Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited

Max 7 Jump Elements Max 3 Spins Max 1 Sequence  1 must be an Axel-type jump*  1 spin combination; with or  One leveled  Jumps can contain any number of revolutions without change of foot* step sequence* o Of all the triples or quads, only 2 can be executed o Min 10 revs o Must fully o All 3 basic positions with utilize the JUNIOR twice . If both executions (of the same triple or quad) are min 2 revs in each position ice surface LADIES as solo jumps, the second of these jumps will for highest base value receive 70% of its original base value  1 spin with 3:30 +/- 10 o No double jump, including double Axel, can a flying sec be included more than twice in total as solo entry* jump or part of a combination/sequence o Min 6 revs *means  Max 3 jump combinations or sequences  1 spin with only 1 position* element is o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3- o Min 6 revs required jump combination is allowed All spins may change feet and start o Number of jumps in a sequence is not with a flying entry limited Spins must be of a different character (For definition see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 (E)) Max 8 Jump Elements Max 3 Spins Max 1 Sequence  1 must be an Axel-type jump*  1 spin combination; with or  One leveled  Jumps can contain any number of revolutions without change of foot* step sequence* o Of all the triples or quads, only 2 can be executed o Min 10 revs o Must fully JUNIOR MEN twice o All 3 basic positions with utilize the . If both executions (of the same triple or quad) are min 2 revs in each position ice surface 4:00 +/- 10 as solo jumps, the second of these jumps will for highest base value sec receive 70% of its original base value  1 spin with a flying entry* o No double jump, including double Axel, can o Min 6 revs

be included more than twice in total as solo  1 spin with only 1 position* *means jump or part of a combination/sequence o Min 6 revs element is  Max 3 jump combinations or sequences All spins may change feet and start required o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3- with a flying entry jump combination is allowed Spins must be of a different o Number of jumps in a sequence is not character limited (For definition see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 (E)) Max 7 Jump Elements Max 3 Spins Max 2 Sequences  1 must be an Axel-type jump*  1 spin combination; with or  One leveled  Jumps can contain any number of revolutions without change of foot* step sequence* o o Min 10 revs o Must fully SENIOR Of all the triples or quads, only 2 can be executed twice o All 3 basic positions with utilize the LADIES . If both executions (of the same triple or quad) are min 2 revs in each position ice surface as solo jumps, the second of these jumps will for highest base value 4:00 +/- 10 receive 70% of its original base value  1 spin with a flying entry*  One sec o No double jump, including double Axel, can o Min 6 revs choreographic be included more than twice in total as solo  1 spin with only 1 position* sequence* *means jump or part of a combination/sequence o Min 6 revs o Must be element is  Max 3 jump combinations or sequences All spins may change feet and start clearly visible required o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3- with a flying entry jump combination is allowed Spins must be of a different o Number of jumps in a sequence is not limited character (For definition see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 (E))

Max 8 Jump Elements Max 3 Spins Max 2 Sequences  1 must be an Axel-type jump*  1 spin combination; with or  One leveled  Jumps can contain any number of revolutions without change of foot* step sequence* o Of all the triples or quads, only 2 can be executed o Min 10 revs o Must fully SENIOR MEN twice o All 3 basic positions with utilize the . If both executions (of the same triple or quad) are min 2 revs in each position ice surface 4:30 +/- 10 as solo jumps, the second of these jumps will for highest base value sec receive 70% of its original base value  1 spin with a flying entry*  One o No double jump, including double Axel, can o Min 6 revs choreographic

be included more than twice in total as solo  1 spin with only 1 position* sequence* *means jump or part of a combination/sequence o Min 6 revs o Must be element is  Max 3 jump combinations or sequences All spins may change feet and start clearly required o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps except one 3- with a flying entry visible jump combination is allowed Spins must be of a different o Number of jumps in a sequence is not limited character (For definition see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103 (E))

EVENT: SHORT PROGRAM Skaters may not compete below their test level. They must skate at their test level OR up one level, but not both.

CATEGORY QUALIFICATIONS DURATION

Governed by Rules of 2017-2018 U.S. Figure Skating Rule Intermediate 2:10 min. max. Book, Rule No. 4230

Governed by Rules of 2017-2018 U.S. Figure Skating Rule Novice 2:30 min. max. Book, Rule No. 4220

Governed by Rules of 2017-2018 U.S. Figure Skating Rule Junior 2:40 +/- 10 sec. Book, Rule No. 4120

Governed by Rules of 2017-2018 U.S. Figure Skating Rule Senior 2:40 +/- 10 sec. Book, Rule No. 4200

EVENT: ADULT FREE SKATE General event parameters: 1. Skaters may not enter both a Well Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same nonqualifying competition. 2. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. 3. Level will be determined by the highest free skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. 4. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position. 5. The following deductions will be taken: - -0.1 from each mark for each technical element included that is not permitted in the event description. - -0.2 from the technical mark for each extra element included. - -0.1 from the technical mark for any spin that is less than the required minimum revolutions.

2017-18 JUMP ELEMENTS SPINS STEP SEQUENCE Max 5 Jump Elements Max 3 Spins Max 1 Step Sequence

• Max 3 combinations or sequences • Spins must be of • 1 choreographic step • 1 jump combination/sequence may contain 3 jumps; the different character (for sequence, fully utilizing remaining jump combinations/sequences are limited to 2 definition, see U.S. the ice surface (may

jumps Figure Skating rule include moves in the CHAMPIONSHIP • Each jump combination or sequence may include only 1 4103 (E)) field and spirals) ADULT GOLD double jump • Min 4 revs total if no • Additional moves in the & • Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of change of foot field, spiral and step ADULT GOLD a combination or sequence • Min 4 revs each foot if sequences will not be • If both executions of the same jump are as solo jumps, change of foot counted as elements but the second of these jumps will receive 70% of its original • Min 2 revs in each will be counted as 2:40 maximum base value position transitions and marked

• All single jumps, including the single Axel, and the as such. following double jumps are permitted: double toe loop, double Salchow. • Double loop, double flip, double Lutz, double Axel and triple jumps are not permitted Max 5 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence

• Max 2 combinations or sequences • Spins must be of • 1 choreographic step • 1 combination/sequence may contain 3 jumps, and the different character (for sequence, fully utilizing other may contain only 2 jumps definition, see U.S. at least ½ of the ice CHAMPIONSHIP • Additional jump sequences which contain non-listed jumps Figure Skating rule surface (may include ADULT SILVER of not more than 1 revolution performed as part of 4103 (E)) moves in the field and AND connecting footwork preceding single jumps are permitted • Min 3 revs total if no spirals) ADULT SILVER • Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of change of foot • Additional moves in the a combination or sequence (maximum of 2 of any jump) • Min 3 revs each foot if field, spiral and step 2:10 maximum • All single jumps, including single Axel, are permitted change of foot sequences will not be • No double or triple jumps are permitted • Min 2 revs in each counted as elements but position will be counted as transitions and marked as such.

Max 4 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence

• Max 2 combinations or sequences; • Spins must be of • 1 choreographic step • 1 combination/sequence may contain 3 jumps, and the different character (for sequence, fully utilizing other may contain only 2 jumps definition, see U.S. at least ½ of the ice • Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of Figure Skating rule surface (may include a combination or sequence (maximum of 2 of any jump) 4103 (E)) moves in the field and ADULT BRONZE • All single jumps are permitted (except single Axel) • Min 3 revs total if no spirals) • No single Axel, double or triple jumps are permitted change of foot • Additional moves in the 1:50 maximum • Min 3 revs each foot if field, spiral and step

change of foot sequences will not be • Min 2 revs in each counted as elements but position will be counted as • No flying spins are transitions and marked permitted as such.

Max 4 Jump Elements Max 2 Spins Max 1 Sequence

• Max 2 combinations or sequences • Min 3 revs • Connecting steps ADULT PRE • 1 jump combination/sequence may contain 3 jumps, and • Spins with a flying throughout the program BRONZE the other may contain only 2 jumps. entry are not are required • Each jump may be repeated only once and only as part of permitted

a combination or sequence (maximum of 2 of any jump) 1:40 maximum • Only single and half-revolution jumps are permitted

• No single Lutz, single Axel or double or triple jumps are permitted 13

EVENT: COMPULSORY MOVES General event parameters: 1. No Test – Juvenile: Elements skated on ½ ice 2. Intermediate – Senior: Elements skated on full-ice 3. The skater must demonstrate the required elements (performed once only) and may use any additional elements from previous levels. 4. A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level. 5. Music is not allowed. 6. Skaters may compete at their test level or one level higher.

Level Time Skating rules/standards 1. Waltz jump Beginner 1:15 max. 2. ½ jump of choice 3. Forward two foot or one foot spin – minimum three rotations (free leg position optional) 4. Forward or backward spiral 1. Toe loop jump High Beginner 1:15 max. 2. Salchow jump 3. Forward scratch spin – minimum three revolutions 4. Forward or backward spiral 1. Loop jump No-Test 1:15 max. 2. Jump combination to include a toe loop (may not use a loop or Axel) 3. Solo spin - sit or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Spiral sequence, must include a forward and backward spiral. Additional spirals and balance moves may be included. 1. Toe Loop jump Pre- 1:15 max. 2. Jump combination: single/single (no Axel) Preliminary 3. Sit spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Spiral sequence with one forward spiral and one backward spiral (any edge) 1. Single Lutz Preliminary 1:15 max. 2. Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) 3. Back upright spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Forward inside spiral 1. Single jump (may include Axel) Pre – 1:15 max. 2. Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) Juvenile 3. Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Step sequence - circular 1. Single Axel Juvenile & 1:15 max. 2. Jump combination: single/single or double/single Open Juv. 3. Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Step sequence – circular 1. Double Salchow or double toe loop Intermediate 1:30 max. 2. Jump combination: single/single or double/single 3. Flying spin, minimum five revolutions 4. Step sequence – straight line 1. Double loop Novice 1:30 max. 2. Jump combination: double/single or double/double 3. Flying spin - minimum five revolutions 4. Step sequence – straight line 1. Double flip Junior 1:30 max. 2. Jump combination: double/double or triple/double 3. Combination spin - minimum 10 revolutions 4. Step sequence – straight line 1. Double Lutz Senior 1:30 max. 2. Jump combination: double/double or triple/double 3. Combination spin - minimum 10 revolutions 4. Step sequence – straight line

EVENT: ADULT COMPULSORY MOVES General event parameters: 1. Pre-Bronze to Silver: Elements skated on ½ ice 2. Elements may be performed only once 3. Music is not allowed 4. Minimum number of revolutions is noted in parentheses

Level Time Elements  Two forward crossovers into a forward inside Mohawk, step down Adult Pre-Bronze 1:30 and cross behind, step into one backward crossover and step to a MAX forward inside edge, clockwise and counterclockwise  Jump combination or sequence consisting of only ½ revolution jumps (half loop is considered a full revolution jump) – maximum of 2 jumps in a combination and 3 jumps in a sequence  Forward upright spin (Min. 3 revolutions)  Forward spiral (any edge)  Single Salchow Adult Bronze 1:30  Waltz jump – toe loop combination jump MAX  Backward Upright Spin – entry optional (Min. 3 revolutions)  Spiral sequence (Min. 2 spirals)  Single loop Adult Silver 1:30  Single/single jump combination MAX  Sit spin (Min. 3 revolutions)  Straight line step sequence  Single Lutz or Axel Adult Gold 1:30  Single/single or single/double jump combination MAX  Camel spin (Min. 4 revolutions)  Straight line step sequence

EVENT: ADULT COMPULSORY SPINS General event parameters: 1. Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. Spins may not be repeated. On required elements may be included. 2. All events are skated on ½ ice. 3. Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses.

Level Time Skating rules / standards

Adult Beginner 1:15 1. Pivot 2. Two-foot upright spin (2)

Adult Pre-Bronze 1:15 1. One-foot upright spin (3) 2. Two-foot upright spin (3)

Adult Bronze 1:15 1. One-foot upright spin (4) 2. One-foot back spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3)

Adult Silver 1:30 1. Camel spin (3) 2. Layback, sideways leaning or sit spin (4) 3. Combination spin with at least one change of position, no change of foot (3 in each position)

Adult Gold 1:30 1. Solo spin, no change of foot (4) 2. Second solo spin, different from the first; change of foot optional (4) 3. Combination spin with only one change of foot and at least one change of position (4 each foot)

EVENT: COMPULSORY SPINS General event parameters: 1. Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. Spins may not be repeated. Only required elements may be included. 2. Beginner – Juvenile events skated on ½ ice. Intermediate – Senior events skated on full-ice 3. Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses.

Level Time Skating rules / standards 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) Beginner 1:30 max. 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) High 1:30 max. 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) Beginner 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) No-Test 1:30 max. 2. Upright two-foot spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3) 1. Upright one-foot spin (3) Pre – 1:30 max. 2. Upright back scratch spin (3) Preliminary 3. Sit spin (3) 5. Forward scratch to back scratch spin (3) Preliminary 1:30 max. 6. Combination spin with no change of foot (4) 7. Sit spin (3) 5. Camel spin (3) Pre – 1:30 max. 6. Combination spin – camel to sit spin; no change of foot (6) Juvenile 7. Forward to backward scratch spin (3 per foot) 5. Sit spin (4) Juvenile & 1:30 max. 6. Combination spin – with change of foot; optional change of position Open Juv. (4 per foot) 7. Girls – layback spin (4); Boys – camel spin (4) 5. Flying camel spin (5) Intermediate 1:30 max. 6. Sit spin to backward sit spin (4 per foot) 7. Combination spin – change of foot & change of position (4 per foot) 5. Choice of camel, sit or layback spin (6) Novice 1:30 max. 6. Camel spin to backward camel spin (4 per foot in position) 7. Combination spin – change of foot & two changes of position (2 per position & 5 per foot) 5. Flying sit spin or flying reverse sit spin (6) Junior 1:30 max. 6. Solo spin of choice (6) – may not fly 7. Combination spin – with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2 per position & 5 per foot) 5. Flying spin of choice (6) Senior 1:30 max. 6. Solo spin of choice (6) – may not fly 7. Combination spin – with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2 per position & 5 per foot)

EVENT: COMPULSORY JUMPS General event parameters: 1. Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted. 2. Pre-juvenile and lower will be skated ½ ice; Juvenile – senior will be skated on full ice 3. Jumps with an “*” must be preceded with connecting steps (intermediate – senior)

Level Time Skating rules / standards 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) Beginner 1:15 max. 2. ½ flip or ½ Lutz 3. Single Salchow 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) High 1:15 max. 2. Single Salchow Beginner 3. Jump combination – waltz jump-toe loop 1. Single toe loop No-Test 1:15 max. 2. Single loop 3. Jump combination – Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) 1. Single toe loop Pre – 1:15 max. 2. Single flip Preliminary 3. Jump combination - Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) 1. Single flip Preliminary 1:15 max. 2. Single Lutz 3. Jump combination – Any single jump + single loop (may be Axel) 1. Single Axel Pre – 1:15 max. 2. Single or double jump Juvenile 3. Jump combination – single/single (no Axel) 1. Single Axel Juvenile & 1:15 max. 2. Double Salchow Open Juv. 3. Jump combination – single/single or double/single (no Axel) 1. Single Axel Intermediate 1:30 max. 2. Double loop* 3. Jump combination – double/single (no Axel) 1. Double loop Novice 1:30 max. 2. Double flip* 3. Jump combination – double/double (may be double Axel) 1. Choice of double or triple jump Junior 1:30 max. 2. Double or triple flip* 3. Jump combination – double/double (may be double Axel) 1. Choice of double or triple jump Senior 1:30 max. 2. Double or triple Lutz* 3. Jump combination – double/double or triple/double (may be double Axel) 1. Bunny Hop Adult 1:00 2. Mazurka or ballet jump Beginner 3. Waltz jump 1. Waltz jump Adult Pre- 1;00 2. Toe loop jump Bronze 3. ½ flip or ½ Lutz jump 1. Single Salchow Adult Bronze 1:00 2. Single toe loop 3. Any single jump + single toe loop combination (No Axels allowed) 1. Single flip Adult Silver 1:15 2. Single loop 3. Single/single combination (Axel is permitted) 1. Single Axel Adult Gold 1:15 2. Single Lutz 3. Single/single or single/double jump combination (may include any single jump, double toe loop or double Salchow)

EVENT: FOOTWORK PROGRAM Skaters perform footwork sequences of their own design to music of their choice. The program should contain a variety of turns and sequences that emphasize the skater’s controlled edges and turns in addition to speed and quickness of the routine. The program may contain one-half rotation jumps and spins with fewer than three revolutions. The routine will be judged on both technical merit and presentation.

CATEGORY QUALIFICATIONS TIME Preliminary No higher the Preliminary Free Style 1:10 max Pre-Juvenile / No higher the Juvenile Free Style 1:10 max Juvenile Intermediate / No higher the Novice Free Style 1:10 max Novice Junior / Senior No higher than Junior Free Style 1:10 max Adult (21 & up) Passed Adult Pre-Bronze Free Style 1:10 max

EVENT: MUSIC INTERPRETATION Skaters may enter only one event level, either at their Freeskating level or one level up. Music is supplied by the competition committee. Skaters will hear music twice on the ice and once in the doorway. Skaters will be judged on originality, musical and artistic expression and ice coverage. No costumes or props allowed. Technical elements will be judged only on their appropriateness to the music. Judges may or may not be US Figure Skating judges or Skate Canada judges. Coaching is not allowed after the event has started. No Test 1 min. max. Must not have passed Pre-Preliminary Free Skate Test Pre-Preliminary 1 min. max. Must not have passed Preliminary Free Skate Test Preliminary 1 min. max. Must not have passed Pre-Juvenile Free Skate Test Pre-Juvenile 1 min. max. Must not have passed Juvenile Free Skate Test Juvenile 1 min. max. Must not have passed Intermediate Free Skate Test Open 1 min. max. Any skater passed intermediate free skate and higher Adult 1 min. max. Open to any skater age 21 and above

EVENT: SHOWCASE – SOLO & TEAM EVENTS This is a program with the emphasis on the entertainment value, rather than technical content. Elements to be considered in judging will be illustration of character, music interpretation, costuming (no feathers, dangling beads or other materials that may come off a costume during the performance), and audience appeal. However, skating must be the MAJOR element of the performance and of sufficient competence to support the components chosen. Vocal music is allowed. For this event, skaters must skate at their free skating test level unless otherwise noted. Props are optional. Skaters must carry their own props on and off the ice. For this event, male skaters may be placed in with female skaters depending on number of entries.

CATEGORY QUALIFICATIONS TIME Not to exceed 1:00 Basic 1-8 May not have passed any higher than Basic 8 level minutes Basic Freestyle 1 -6 Not to exceed 1:30 Limited Beginner / May not have passed any official US Figure Skating free skate tests minutes Beginner Not to exceed 1:30 Level A High Beginner through Preliminary minutes Not to exceed 2:00 Level B Pre-Juvenile and Juvenile minutes Not to exceed 2:00 Level C Intermediate and Novice minutes Not to exceed 2:15 Level D Junior and Senior minutes Divisions to be created based on test level and age given sufficient Not to exceed 1:40 Adult (21& up) entries minutes Not to exceed 2:00 Team Event No test restrictions - 2, 3, 4 or 5 skaters per team minutes

EVENT: SOLO DANCE

KILLIAN Open

QUICK STEP One or more Gold Dances has to be passed

BLUES Must not have completed US Figure Skating Gold dance test

ROCKER FOXTROT Must not have completed US Figure Skating Pre-Gold or Skate Canada Sr. Silver dance test

FOXTROT Must not have completed US Figure Skating Silver or Skate Canada Jr. Silver dance test

TEN FOX Must not have completed US Figure Skating Pre-Silver of Skate Canada Sr. Bronze dance test

FIESTA TANGO Must not have completed US Figure Skating Bronze or Skate Canada Jr. Bronze dance test

DUTCH WALTZ Must not have completed US Figure Skating Pre-Bronze or Skate Canada Jr. Bronze dance test

EVENT: SHADOW DANCE

KILLIAN One of the two must not have passed any USFS gold tests or Skate Canada Gold Tests

ROCKER FOXTROT One of the two must not have passed any USFS Pre-Gold dances or Skate Canada Senior Silver Tests

14 STEP One of the two must not have passed any USFS Silver dances or Skate Canada Junior Silver Tests

TEN FOX One of the two must not have passed any USFS Pre-Silver dances or Skate Canada Junior Silver tests

FIESTA TANGO One of the two must not have passed any USFS Bronze dances or Skate Canada Senior Bronze tests

DUTCH WALTZ One of the two must not have passed any USFS Pre-Bronze dances or Skate Canada Junior Bronze tests

EVENT: TEAM COMPULSORY MOVES

Qualifications are the same as for the Freeskating events; however, any skater may compete in a team event in any level as long as it is not below his/her highest test level. Teams shall consist of 3 to 5 skaters, male and/or female. No skater may execute more than 2 elements. A skater may not compete for more than one team per level. This event will be judged on a team basis only. If any skater on the team is only competing in TEAM COMPULSORY, they will need to submit a paper Individual Entry Form to verify their current test level and eligibility to compete. This step is not necessary if the coordinating team skating member uses the TEAM BUTTON in Entryeeze to register the team. One team member must submit this team entry form with the Team Name, members and payment for the team if not using the TEAM BUTTON in Entryeeze to register the team.

DIVISION ELEMENTS

Beginner not passed Forward Crossovers, both directions USFS Basic 8 Any stop Backward stroking Forward pumping, both directions; One foot glide, each foot

High Beginner 2 Bunny hops not passed USFS Freeskate 4 Outside 3 turns R and L Lunge and/or Pre Preliminary Freeskate Two-foot spin Waltz jump No Test One foot spin, optional free leg position not passed Pre Preliminary FS Mohawks, R and L Waltz jump Toe Loop Forward spiral Pre Preliminary Scratch spin Backward Crossovers, in a figure eight pattern Salchow Loop jump Forward outside spiral Flip Jump Sit spin, min 3 revs Preliminary Waltz jump/loop combination Scratch spin, min 3 revs Backward spiral on an edge Pre Juvenile Camel spin Lutz jump Camel/sit spin (no change of foot), min 3 revs in each position; Flip/loop combination Straight line step sequence Lutz/loop combination jump Change foot combination spin, one change of foot, unlimited change of positions, min 3 revs in each position Juvenile Split or stag jump Axel Ina bauer OR Spread eagle Intermediate Axel Any flying spin, no change of foot or position, min 5 revs Any 2-jump combination with no turn or steps between Layback spin Double salchow Open Double loop Sit/change sit spin, min 4 revs in each position Double/Double jump Any flying spin, no change of foot or position, min 6 revs Straight line step sequence

EVENT: BASIC SKILLS COMPULSORY MOVES Each skater will perform each element when directed by a judge or referee.  To be skated on 1/3 to 1/2 ice.  No music.  All elements must be skated in the order listed.

Level Time Skating rules/standards  March followed by a two-foot glide and dip Snowplow 1:00 max.  Forward two-foot swizzles, 2-3 in a row Sam  Forward snowplow stop  Backward wiggles, 2-6 in a row  Forward two-foot glide and dip Basic 1 1:00 max.  Forward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row  Beginning snowplow stop on two-feet or one-foot  Backward wiggles, 6-8 in a row  Forward one-foot glide, either foot Basic 2 1:00 max.  Scooter pushes, right and left foot, 2-3 each foot  Moving snowplow stop  Two-foot turn in place, forward to backward  Backward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row  Beginning forward stroking showing correct use of blade Basic 3 1:00 max.  Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counter clockwise, 4-6 consecutive  Forward slalom  Beginning backward one-foot glide, either foot  Moving forward to backward two-foot turn on a circle  Backward one-foot glides, right and left Basic 4 1:00 max.  Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counter clockwise  Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions  Beginning two-foot spin, maximum 2-4 revolutions  Backward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, one direction only  Backward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise  Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions Basic 5 1:00 max.  Advanced two-foot spin, maximum 4-6 revolutions  Forward outside three-turn, right and left  Hockey stop  Forward inside three-turn, right and left Basic 6 1:00 max.  Bunny Hop  Forward spiral on a straight line, right or left  Beginning one-foot spin, 2-4 revolutions, optional free leg held position and entry  T-stop, right or left

EVENT: BASIC SKILLS PROGRAM WITH MUSIC The skating order of the required elements is optional. The elements are not restricted as to the number of times the element is executed or length of glides, number of revolutions, etc., unless otherwise specified.  To be skated on full ice in a program format with music.  The skater may use elements from a previous level.  A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level. Bonus skills from the same level or below are allowed but will not be judged elements.

Level Time Skating rules/standards  March followed by a two-foot glide and dip Snowplow 1:10 max.  Forward two-foot swizzles, 2-3 in a row Sam  Forward snowplow stop  Backward wiggles, 2-6 in a row  Forward two-foot glide and dip Basic 1 1:10 max.  Forward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row  Beginning snowplow stop on two-feet or one-foot  Backward wiggles, 6-8 in a row  Forward one-foot glide, either foot Basic 2 1:10 max.  Scooter pushes, right and left foot, 2-3 each foot  Moving snowplow stop  Two-foot turn in place, forward to backward  Backward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row  Beginning forward stroking showing correct use of blade Basic 3 1:10 max.  Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counter clockwise, 4-6 consecutive  Forward slalom  Beginning backward one-foot glide, either foot  Moving forward to backward two-foot turn on a circle  Backward one-foot glides, right and left Basic 4 1:10 max.  Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counter clockwise  Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions  Beginning two-foot spin, maximum 2-4 revolutions  Backward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, one direction only  Backward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise 1:10 max.  Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, both directions Basic 5  Advanced two-foot spin, maximum 4-6 revolutions  Forward outside three-turn, right and left  Hockey stop  Forward inside three-turn, right and left Basic 6 1:10 max.  Bunny Hop  Forward spiral on a straight line, right or left  Beginning one-foot spin, 2-4 revolutions, optional free leg held position and entry  T-stop, right or left

ENTRIES MUST BE POSTMARKED BY March 6th, 2018 Please Print or Type Skaters Name: ______Sex: M F Address: ______City: ______State: _____ Zip: ______Telephone: _____-______-______E-Mail: ______MUST BE COMPLETED: Age: ______Birthday: ______/______/______Highest test passed: USFS / SC Free skate: ______Dance: ______Pairs: ______Partners Name: ______Home Club: ______USFS / SC#: ______Coach: ______Coach’s Telephone: ______-______-______PLEASE ENTER ME IN THE FOLLOWING EVENT(S) Well Balanced FS Free Skating (IJS) Compulsory Spins Compulsory Jump Solo Dance  Killian  Quick Step Novice Ladies  Blues -Preliminary  Novice Mens -Preliminary -Preliminary  Rocker Foxtrot  Junior Ladies  Foxtrot -Juvenile  Junior Mens -Juvenile -Juvenile  Ten Fox Open Juvenile  Senior Ladies /Open Juv  Fiesta Tango

Test Track  Senior Mens  Dutch Waltz

Free Skating Gold

Team Compulsory Music Interp.  Senior  Senior Moves Event & Team est -Preliminary Test -Preliminary Adult Compulsory Jumps Showcase - Compulsory Moves Separate application

-Juvenile Test -Bronze - Juvenile Basic Skill Events – Separate

termediate Test application -Preliminary

-Juvenile Adult Compulsory Spins Showcase

Basic 1-8 Short Program (IJS) -Bronze - Beginner

CHECKS PAYABLE TO:

Buffalo Skating Club Level C  Senior

Shadow Dance Mail to: Footwork  Killian Niagara Invitational Adult Comp. Moves Adult Free Skate  Rocker Foxtrot 8163 Oak Leaf Lane -Bronze -Juv/ Juv  14 Step Williamsville NY 14221

 Ten Fox Entries may be done online at  Fiesta Tango  Dutch Waltz www.Entryeeze.com CERTIFICATE OF ELIGIBILITY IJS SKATERS 6.0 SKATERS Approval is hereby given to ______$75 Free Skate $______$65 1st event $ ______who is a member in good standing of this Club and is an amateur in accordance with the rules of the US Figure Skating /Skate Canada and $75 Short $______Additional events to the best of my knowledge is eligible to enter the specified event(s). Additional events $20 x _____ = $ ______NOTE: Neither the BUFFALO SKATING CLUB nor the management of the CORNERSTONE ARENA assumes responsibility $20 x _____ = $ ______Paper Processing Fee $10.00 for injuries sustained by any competitor during this competition or practice attendant thereto. Paper Processing Fee $10.00 TOTAL Club: ______TOTAL ENCLOSED $ ______ENCLOSED $ ______Club Officer’s Signature:______

Title: ______FEES: IN US FUNDS ONLY Parents Signature: ______

Date: ______Amount: ______Check#: ______ENTRIES DUE: March 6th, 2018 23

BASIC SKILLS ENTRY FORM ENTRIES MUST BE POSTMARKED BY: March 6th, 2018

Please Print or Type Skaters Name: ______Sex: M F Address: ______City: ______State: ______Zip: ______Telephone: ( ) ______E-Mail Address: ______

MUST BE COMPLETED: Age: ______Birthday: ______/______/______Highest test passed: Basic Skills Level: ______USFS or Skate Canada Basic Skills #: ______Home Club: ______PLEASE ENTER ME IN THE FOLLOWING EVENTS:

Basic Skill Moves Event Basic Skills Program Event □ Snowplow Sam 1-3 (w/Music) □ Basic 1 □ Snowplow Sam 1-3 □ Basic 2 □ Basic 1 □ Basic 3 □ Basic 2 □ Basic 4 □ Basic 3 □ Basic 5 □ Basic 4 □ Basic 6 □ Basic 5 □ Basic 6

ENTRY FEES: IN U.S. FUNDS ONLY CHECKS PAYABLE TO: Buffalo Skating Club First Event: $30.00 $______Additional Events $20.00 x _____ $ ______MAIL ENTRY TO:

Paper Processing Fee $ 5.00 Niagara Invitational 8163 Oak Leaf Lane Total $______Williamsville NY 14221

ENTRY FEES ARE NOT REFUNDABLE AFTER THE ENTRY DEADLINE UNLESS AN EVENT IS CANCELLED.

CERTIFICATE OF ELIGIBILITY: Approval is hereby given to ______who is a member in good standing of this Club and is an amateur in accordance with the rules of US Figure Skating and Skate Canada and to the best of my knowledge is eligible to enter the specified event. NOTE: Neither the BUFFALO SKATING CLUB nor the management of the CORNERSTONE ARENA assumes responsibility for injuries sustained by any competitor during this competition or practice attended thereto.

Club: ______Club Officer/Program Director Signature: ______Parent’s Signature: ______Coach’s Name: ______Phone: ______**ENTRIES MAY BE DONE ONLINE AT WWW.ENTRYEEZE.COM**

Date Rcvd: ______Amount: ______Check#: ______

TEAM SHOWCASE / TEAM COMPULSORY MOVES

ENTRY FORM – Form 1

One entry form per team! (This form may be duplicated). Form must be completely filled out with fees enclosed. Showcase Teams may have 2 – 5 members / Comp Moves Teams may have 3 - 5

Fees are $12 per skater in US FUNDS ONLY. (Please write separate check for team events – 1 check per team).

Please check which Event Team Moves  Team Showcase Compulsory Moves

-Preliminary

-Juvenile

Team Name: ______

Team Members:

1. ______Club: ______USFS / SC #: ______2. ______Club: ______USFS / SC #: ______3. ______Club: ______USFS / SC#: ______4. ______Club: ______USFS / SC#: ______5. ______Club: ______USFS / SC#: ______

Contact Person: ______Telephone: ______$12 x ______= $______Paper Processing Fee $10.00** TOTAL DUE: $______Deadline for entry is March 6th, 2018

Checks should be made payable to: Buffalo Skating Club Mail entry to: Niagara Invitational 8163 Oak Leaf Lane Williamsville NY 14221

All teams must submit completed Certificate of Eligibility (Form 2) signed by club officer for each skater. Please staple both forms together.

**ENTRIES MAY BE DONE ONLINE AT WWW.ENTRYEEZE.COM**

Date: ______Amount: ______Check#: ______

SHOWCASE TEAM / COMPULSORY MOVES

CERTIFICATION OF ELIGIBILITY FORM - Form 2

All Skaters listed as members of the ______, including (Team name) alternates, are to the best of my knowledge, amateurs and eligible to compete under US Figure Skating rules.

Print Name: ______Signature: ______Title: ______Club Name: ______

Please mail, along with completed registration form and team roster to: Niagara Invitational 8163 Oak Leaf Lane Williamsville NY 14221 Any questions, please contact: [email protected]

Postmarked deadline: March 6th, 2018

Planned Program Content

Juvenile through seniors doing a Short Program or Freestyle Program must submit a Planned Program Content Sheet for each program.

Name of Competitor: USFS/SC: Event: Club:

Time* Elements in order of skating (*time during program) Free Skate / Short Program

Mail Planned Program Content along with entry form by: March 6th, 2018

Planned Program Content sheets may also be updated on the US Figure Skating website, if doing so, please make note of this on your entry form